Construct

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A construct is a theoretical concept that is used to make sense of the world around us. Constructs exist in theory, but are not directly measurable in the way something like height is. In an evaluation, you may come across constructs such as attitudes, values, and participant satisfaction.

 

See also: index, indicator, measures

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